Security Guards for hire in Indianapolis, IN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Organizational Skills13%Leadership9%Education level
High school diploma or GED71%Bachelor's degree15%Associate's degree10%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years10%3-5 years10%Current company
Securitas
Allied Universal
Cerasus, LLCTime at current job
Less than a year32%1-2 years32%2-5 years32%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Security Guard: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Indianapolis, IN: $40,388 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $30,139 – $54,124 yearly
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Security Guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitGuard CardTeaching CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementLicensed Psychologist CredentialsFirearms License+14 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceArmed Security Guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Board Certified Behavior AnalystChauffeur's PermitRBT CertificationFirearms LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+8 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceStrategic PlanningShift Supervisor
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPR+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsPatrollingSecurityArmed Security Officer
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationFirearms LicenseOSHA 10Driver's LicenseConcealed Carry Permit+7 moreSkills
Experience Working with Individuals with AutismJust-In-TimeCommunication SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMicrosoft Outlook CalendarHeavy LiftingSecurity Guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationBICSI CertificationOSHA 10CPR+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsBusiness CoachingAdobe MarketingSecurity guard
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSCPRNon-CDL Class CArmed Security License+1 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsTime Management
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What's the average time to fill a security guard role?
The average time to fill a security guard role is 63 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do security guards tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a security guard include: communication skills, organizational skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a security guard?
Common licenses or certifications for security guards include: Driver's License, Guard Card and CPR.
What are some job titles related to security guards?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security guards include: security officer and shift supervisor.
What level of education is common for a security guard?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a security guard in Indianapolis, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security guard?
Most security guards have 17 years of professional experience.
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